Food is now the most photographed subject on Instagram, and #food, #foodporn, #instafood and #yummy are all among the most used tags. From green juices and sushi platters to avocado toast, people use photographs of food to signal various things about themselves – sophistication, virtuousness, wealth.  

Of course, the dinner table has historically been central to showing off the best version of ourselves. And in the 17th and 18th centuries in Britain the unlikeliest of foodstuffs – pineapple and celery – were often installed in pride of place at parties to demonstrate the host’s wealth and sophistication. In Georgian times, a pineapple could cost £60, about £5,000 in today’s money. Mull that over the next time you post some fancy fruit online.

As we all head into the new year, you might consider a little help from the Stoics. These classical philosophers had some ideas that could change your way of thinking. And in Sweden, researchers have been looking at cross-country skiers to find out why they are 50% less likely to develop depression compared to ordinary folk. 

Contact us here to have your event listed.

For sponsorship opportunities, email us here